Herbs - Fennel - Preparations

Compress: Add several drops tincture or strong infusion to one cup cool water and mix well. Place cloth in water, squeeze out excess water, and apply. Leave the compress in place for up to one hour.

Infusion: Add 1 to 2 tsp. fresh fennel seeds to 1 cup of boiling water. Infuse 10 minutes. Drink up to 3 cups daily.

Tincture: Take 20 to 40 drops, 3 times daily.

You can also chew 1 tsp. of whole fennel seeds.